To those who are considering switching their majors,
My story is for you:
When I began college, I knew I would accomplish my dream. I knew I was going to be a Kindergarten teacher. I loved the classroom, but I loved the kids even more. Right off the bat, within my first year of college, it was pretty clear to me that this career path would be a forever thing. This degree would only allow me so much wiggle room if I decided I ever wanted a career change. By the end of the first semester, I had already changed my mind about the degree I wanted to obtain.
By the second semester, I decided my future was leaning towards teaching high school English. Again, I found myself sitting halfway through the semester picturing my future and all I could think about was the fact that I was unhappy. It wasn't that fact that I had suddenly grown to hate teaching or anything of the sort, but I just could not picture myself doing it for the rest of my life. I was unhappy. The classes I was taking would only benefit my life in ONE specific field, as I would only be licensed to teach.
I finally realized why I was the most unhappy, though. I'm 19 years old, but I, quite honestly, don't have my life figured out. But, I'm okay with that.
Finally, I found my niche in Communication Studies. I am learning things that I feel myself needing for the rest of my life. This isn't, by any means, and ad for Comm Studies, no matter how much I love it, but rather a story to help you realize that you have to do what your gut is telling you. You have to make sure you are 100% happy with your chosen major.
I know it can be scary to make a big change, especially when it means switching your major. The task, at times, can feel daunting, especially after multiple switches. Catching up in the course load can be difficult, but I can now say that I truly love my coursework and the things I'm learning.
Make sure you can see your major fitting into the rest of your life, and that it fits there happily. Don't be fearful to take the leap. To make the change. It'll all be worth it in the end.
Sincerely,
Someone who's been there
